'''Positions of Responsibility''' are leadership roles that Scouts perform. Some of them are appropriate for advancing to [[Star]], [[Life]], and [[Eagle Scout|Eagle]] Scout ranks.

'''Positions of Responsibility''' are leadership roles that Scouts perform. Some of them are appropriate for advancing to [[Star]], [[Life]], and [[Eagle Scout|Eagle]] Scout ranks.

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In order to advance to the rank of [[Star Rank|Star]], [[Life Rank|Life]], and [[Eagle Scout Rank|Eagle Scout]], you must hold one of the following leadership positions for a certain amount of time. For Star, you must hold one of these positions for 4 months or more and for Life and Eagle you must hold them for 6 months or more.

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In order to advance to the rank of [[Star Rank|Star]], [[Life Rank|Life]], and [[Eagle Scout Rank|Eagle Scout]], you must hold one of the following leadership positions for a certain amount of time. For Star, you must hold one of these positions for 4 months or more and for Life and [[Eagle]] you must hold them for 6 months or more.

:A Denner is a Cub Scout or Webelos Scout who is elected to be the temporary youth leader of his den. All Tiger Cub, Wolf, Bear, as well as Webelos Dens should elect a Denner.

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:A Denner is a [[Cub Scout]] or [[Webelos Scout]] who is elected to be the temporary youth leader of his den. All [[Tiger]], [[Wolf]], [[Bear]], as well as [[Webelos]] [[Dens]] should elect a Denner.

;[[Denner#Assistant_Denner|Assistant Denner]]

;[[Denner#Assistant_Denner|Assistant Denner]]

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:The Assistant Denner assists the Denner at den meetings and fills in for the Denner when the Denner is not available. The Den Leader may establish a practice of the Assistant Denner becoming the Denner in the next term.

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:The [[Denner#Assistant_Denner|Assistant Denner]] helps the Denner at den meetings and fills in for the Denner when the Denner is not available. The [[Den Leader]] may establish a practice of the Assistant Denner becoming the Denner in the next term.

==Boy Scout troop==

==Boy Scout troop==

'''Patrol Leader's Council'''

'''Patrol Leader's Council'''

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;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]][[Senior Patrol Leader]]

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;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]] [[Senior Patrol Leader]]

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:The senior patrol leader (SPL) is elected by the Scouts to represent them as the top youth leader in the [[Troop|troop]]. He runs all troop meetings, events, activities, the annual program planning conference, and the patrol leaders' council meeting. He appoints other troop youth leaders with the advice and counsel of the Scoutmaster.

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:The [[senior patrol leader]] (SPL) is elected by the Scouts to represent them as the top youth leader in the [[Troop|troop]]. He runs all troop meetings, events, activities, the annual program planning conference, and the [[patrol leaders' council]] meeting. He appoints other troop youth leaders with the advice and counsel of the [[Scoutmaster]].

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;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]][[Assistant Senior Patrol Leader]]

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;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]] [[Assistant Senior Patrol Leader]]

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:The assistant senior patrol leader (ASPL) is the second highest-ranking youth leader in the troop. He is appointed by the senior patrol leader with the approval of the Scoutmaster. The assistant senior patrol leader acts as the senior patrol leader in the absence of the senior patrol leader or when called upon. He also provides leadership to other youth leaders in the troop.

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:The [[assistant senior patrol leader]] (ASPL) is the second highest-ranking youth leader in the troop. He is appointed by the [[senior patrol leader]] with the approval of the [[Scoutmaster]]. The assistant senior patrol leader acts as the senior patrol leader in the absence of the senior patrol leader or when called upon. He also provides leadership to other youth leaders in the troop.

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;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]][[Patrol Leader]]

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;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]] [[Patrol Leader]]

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:The patrol leader is the elected leader of his patrol. He represents his patrol on the patrol leaders’ council and appoints the assistant patrol leader.

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:The [[patrol leader]] is the elected leader of his patrol. He represents his [[patrol]] on the [[patrol leaders’ council]] and appoints the [[assistant patrol leader]].

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;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]][[Venture Patrol Leader]]

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;[[image: Life_icon19.jpg]] [[Venture Patrol Leader]]

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:The patrol leader is the elected leader by his Venture patrol. He represents his patrol on the patrol leaders’ council and appoints the assistant patrol leader. He is lead by the Assistant Scoutmaster - Venture under the direction of the Scoutmaster.

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:The patrol leader is the elected leader by his [[Venture patrol]]. He represents his patrol on the patrol leaders’ council and appoints the assistant patrol leader. He is lead by the [[Assistant Scoutmaster]] - Venture under the direction of the Scoutmaster. Serving as Venture Patrol Leader can apply towards [[Positions of Responsibility]] requirements for [[Star Rank|Star]] and [[Life Rank|Life]] but '''''not''''' [[Eagle]].

:The troop guide works with new Scouts. He helps them feel comfortable and earn their [[First Class]] in their first year. He teaches basic Scout skills and works with the patrol leader at patrol leaders’ council meetings.

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:The [[troop guide]] works with new Scouts. He helps them feel comfortable and earn their [[First Class-First Year|First Class in their first year]]. He teaches basic Scout skills and works with the patrol leader at [[patrol leaders’ council]] meetings. Serving as Guide can apply towards [[Positions of Responsibility]] requirements for [[Eagle]] in a Boy Scout [[Troop]] or a Varsity Scout [[Team]], but in a Venturing [[Crew]] Ship it only counts for [[Star Rank|Star]] and [[Life Rank|Life]].

'''Other troop leadership positions'''

'''Other troop leadership positions'''

;[[Assistant Patrol Leader]]

;[[Assistant Patrol Leader]]

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:The assistant patrol leader is appointed by the patrol leader and leads the patrol in his absence. He represents his patrol at patrol leaders’ council meetings when the patrol leader cannot attend.

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:The [[assistant patrol leader]] is appointed by the patrol leader and leads the patrol in his absence. He represents his patrol at patrol leaders’ council meetings when the patrol leader cannot attend. The [[assistant patrol leader]] position does not count towards leadership requirements for [[Star]], [[Life]], or [[Eagle]].

:The quartermaster keeps track of [[Troop|troop]] equipment and sees that it is in good working order. He keeps records on patrol and troop equipment, makes sure equipment is in good working condition, and issues equipment and makes sure it is returned in good condition. (Appointed by the [[Senior Patrol Leader|SPL]])

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:The [[quartermaster]] keeps track of [[Troop|troop]] equipment and sees that it is in good working order. He keeps records on [[patrol]] and [[troop]] equipment, makes sure equipment is in good working condition, and issues equipment and makes sure it is returned in good condition. (Appointed by the [[Senior Patrol Leader|SPL]]) Serving as Quartermaster can apply towards [[Positions of Responsibility]] requirements for [[Eagle]] in a Boy Scout [[Troop]] or a Varsity Scout [[Team]], but in a Venturing [[Crew]] Ship it only counts for [[Star Rank|Star]] and [[Life Rank|Life]].

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:The scribe keeps the [[Troop|troop]] records. He records the activities of the patrol leaders’ council and keeps a record of dues, advancement, and Scout attendance at troop meetings. (Appointed by the [[Senior Patrol Leader|SPL]])

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:The [[scribe]] keeps the [[Troop|troop]] records. He records the activities of the [[patrol leaders’ council]] and keeps a record of dues, advancement, and Scout attendance at troop meetings. (Appointed by the [[Senior Patrol Leader|SPL]])

:The [[historian]] preserves [[troop]] photographs, news stories, trophies, flags, scrapbooks, awards, and other memorabilia. (Appointed by the [[Senior Patrol Leader|SPL]]) Serving as Historian can apply towards [[Positions of Responsibility]] requirements for [[Eagle]] in a Boy Scout [[Troop]], but in a Varsity Scout [[Team]] or a Venturing [[Crew]] Ship it only counts for [[Star Rank|Star]] and [[Life Rank|Life]].

:The chaplain’s aide works with the troop chaplain to meet the religious needs of Scouts in the troop. He also works to promote the religious emblems program. (Appointed by the [[Senior Patrol Leader|SPL]])

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:The [[chaplain aide]] works with the [[troop chaplain]] to meet the religious needs of Scouts in the [[troop]]. He also works to promote the religious emblems program. (Appointed by the [[Senior Patrol Leader|SPL]])

:The [[den chief]] works with the [[Cub Scout Leader Portal|Cub Scouts]], [[Webelos Scout]]s, and [[Cub Scout Den Leader |den leaders]] in the [[Cub Scout]] [[Pack|pack]]. Helps Cub Scouts advance through Cub Scout ranks and encourages Cub Scouts to join a Boy Scout [[troop]] upon graduation. Serving as Den Chief can apply towards [[Positions of Responsibility]] requirements for [[Eagle]] in a Boy Scout [[Troop]] or a Varsity Scout [[Team]], but in a Venturing [[Crew]] Ship it only counts for [[Star Rank|Star]] and [[Life Rank|Life]].

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;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]][[Junior Assistant Scoutmaster]]

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;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]] [[Junior Assistant Scoutmaster]]

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:The junior assistant Scoutmaster (JASM) serves in the capacity of an [[Assistant Scoutmaster|assistant Scoutmaster]] except where legal age and maturity are required. He must be at least 16 years old and not yet 18. He is appointed by the [[Scoutmaster]] because of his leadership ability.

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:The [[junior assistant Scoutmaster]] (JASM) serves in the capacity of an [[assistant Scoutmaster]] except where legal age and maturity are required. He must be at least 16 years old and not yet 18. He is appointed by the [[Scoutmaster]] because of his leadership ability.

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;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]][[Order of the Arrow Representative]]

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;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]] [[Order of the Arrow Representative]]

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:The [[Order of the Arrow]] (OA) Troop Representative is a youth liaison serving between the local OA lodge or chapter and his troop. In his unit, he helps meet the needs of the unit and will serve as a communication and programmatic link to and from Arrowmen, adult leaders and Scouts who are not presently members of the Order. (Appointed by the [[Senior Patrol Leader|SPL]])

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:The [[Order of the Arrow Representative]] is a youth liaison serving between the local [[Order of the Arrow]] (OA) lodge or chapter and his [[troop]]. In his unit, he helps meet the needs of the unit and will serve as a communication and programmatic link to and from Arrowmen, adult leaders and Scouts who are not presently members of the Order. (Appointed by the [[Senior Patrol Leader|SPL]])

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;[[image: Life_icon19.jpg]][[Bugler]]

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;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]] [[Webmaster]]

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:The Troop Bugler should be able to make appropriate bugle calls, as requested, at troop activities. (Appointed by the [[Senior Patrol Leader|SPL]]) Serving as Bugler can apply towards [[Positions of Responsibility]] requirements for [[Star Rank|Star]] and [[Life Rank|Life]] but '''''not''''' [[Eagle]].

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;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]] [[Leave No Trace Trainer]]

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;[[image: Life_icon19.jpg]] [[Bugler]]

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:The [[Bugler]] should be able to make appropriate bugle calls, as requested, at troop activities. (Appointed by the [[Senior Patrol Leader|SPL]]) Serving as Bugler can apply towards [[Positions of Responsibility]] requirements for [[Star Rank|Star]] and [[Life Rank|Life]] but '''''not''''' [[Eagle]].

;[[Musician]]

;[[Musician]]

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:Boy Scouts or Venturers who are members of bands, drill teams, or drum and bugle corps affiliated with a unit or a [[local council]] may also wear the musician badge special insignia.

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{{Positions of Responsibility See also}}

==Varsity Scout team==

==Varsity Scout team==

'''Team Leadership'''

'''Team Leadership'''

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;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]] [[Captain|Team Captain]]

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:The Varsity Team Captain is elected by the Varsity Scouts to represent them as the top youth leader in the [[Team|team]]. He presides over all team meetings, events, activities, the annual program planning clinic, and the team leadership meeting. He coordinates activities of the program managers and sets requirements and awards all [[Varsity Scout Activity Pins]]. With the exception of Cocaptains and Squad Leaders, he appoints all youth leaders with the approval of the Team Coach.

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:The [[Varsity Team Captain]] is elected by the Varsity Scouts to represent them as the top youth leader in the [[team]]. He presides over all team meetings, events, activities, the annual program planning clinic, and the team leadership meeting. He coordinates activities of the program managers and sets requirements and awards all [[Varsity Scout Activity Pins]]. With the exception of Cocaptains and Squad Leaders, he appoints all youth leaders with the approval of the [[Team Coach]].

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:The Varsity Team Cocaptain s the second highest-ranking youth leader in the team. At the discretion of the Team Coach, one or more cocaptains are either appointed by the coach or elected by the youth team members. He stands in place of the captain during the absence or when called upon, and can function as a [[Program Manager]] for any field of emphasis.

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:The [[Varsity Team Cocaptain]] is the second highest-ranking youth leader in the team. At the discretion of the Team Coach, one or more cocaptains are either appointed by the coach or elected by the youth team members. He stands in place of the captain during the absence or when called upon, and can function as a [[Program Manager]] for any field of emphasis.

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:The Team Secretary keeps the team records. He records the activities of the team leadership meeting and keeps a record of dues, advancement, religious award progress, and Varsity Scout attendance at team meetings. He conducts all [[board of review|boards of review]] for team members' advancement except [[Eagle Scout Rank|Eagle]]. (Appointed by the [[Captain|Varsity Team Captain]])

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:The [[Team Secretary]] keeps the team records. He records the activities of the [[team]] leadership meeting and keeps a record of dues, advancement, religious award progress, and Varsity Scout attendance at team meetings. He conducts all [[board of review|boards of review]] for team members' advancement except [[Eagle Scout Rank|Eagle]]. (Appointed by the [[Captain|Varsity Team Captain]])

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:The squad leader is the elected leader of his squad. He represents the squad and is a voting member of the Team Leadership council meetings. At team leadership meetings, he presents potential activities of the program managers in his squad; conducts practice sessions planned by program managers within his squad.

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:The [[squad leader]] is the elected leader of his squad. He represents the squad and is a voting member of the [[Team]] Leadership council meetings. At team leadership meetings, he presents potential activities of the program managers in his squad; conducts practice sessions planned by program managers within his squad.

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:The quartermaster keeps track of team equipment and sees that it is in good working order. He keeps records on squad and team equipment, makes sure equipment is in good working condition, and issues equipment and makes sure it is returned in good condition. (Appointed by the [[Captain|Varsity Team Captain]])

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:The [[quartermaster]] keeps track of [[team]] equipment and sees that it is in good working order. He keeps records on squad and team equipment, makes sure equipment is in good working condition, and issues equipment and makes sure it is returned in good condition. (Appointed by the [[Captain|Varsity Team Captain]])

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:The [[Chaplain Aide]] works with the team chaplain to meet the religious needs of Scouts. He also works to promote the religious emblems program. (Appointed by the [[Captain|Varsity Team Captain]])

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:The librarian oversees the care and use of team books, pamphlets, magazines, audiovisuals, and merit badge counselor lists. (Appointed by the [[Captain|Varsity Team Captain]])

;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]][[Order of the Arrow Team Representative]]

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:The [[Order of the Arrow]] (OA) Team Representative is a youth liaison serving between the local OA lodge or chapter and his team. In his unit, he helps meet the needs of the unit and will serve as a communication and programmatic link to and from Arrowmen, adult leaders and Varsity Scouts who are not presently members of the Order. (Appointed by the [[Captain|Varsity Team Captain]])

;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]] [[Order of the Arrow Team Representative]]

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:The [[Order of the Arrow Representative]] is a youth liaison serving between the local [[Order of the Arrow]] (OA) lodge or chapter and his [[troop]]. In his unit, he helps meet the needs of the unit and will serve as a communication and programmatic link to and from Arrowmen, adult leaders and Scouts who are not presently members of the Order. (Appointed by the [[Captain|Varsity Team Captain]])

'''Other team leadership positions'''

'''Other team leadership positions'''

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;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]] [[Program Manager]]

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:A Program Manager is an appointed leader of program activities in his team. He works with an adult Program Advisor to plan and perform primary leadership for team practice sessions and events in one of the five fields of emphasis: Advancement, high adventure/sports, personal development, service, and special programs and events. (Appointed by the [[Captain|Varsity Team Captain]])

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:A Program Manager is an appointed leader of program activities in his team. He works with an adult [[Program Adviser]] to plan and perform primary leadership for team practice sessions and events in one of the five fields of emphasis:

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::* [[High-Adventure/Sports Program Manager]] <!-- The Varsity Scout Guidebook 2000 ed. spells "High-Adventure/Sports" with a dash between high and adventure. Please respect this authorized spelling.-->

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::* [[Service Program Manager]]

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::* [[Special Programs and Events Program Manager]]

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:(Appointed by the [[Captain|Varsity Team Captain]])

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;[[image: Life_icon19.jpg]] [[Bugler]]

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:The Team [[Bugler]] should be able to make appropriate bugle calls, as requested, at team activities. (Appointed by the [[Captain|Varsity Team Captain]]). Serving as Bugler can apply towards positions of responsibility requirements for [[Star Rank|Star]] and [[Life Rank|Life]] but '''''not''''' [[Eagle]].

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:The Historian preserves team photographs, news stories, trophies, flags, scrapbooks, awards, and other memorabilia. (Appointed by the [[Captain|Varsity Team Captain]]). Serving as Historian can apply towards positions of responsibility requirements for [[Star Rank|Star]] and [[Life Rank|Life]] but '''''not''''' [[Eagle]].

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:Effective January 1, 2010. Serving as Webmaster can apply towards positions of responsibility requirements for [[Star Rank|Star]] and [[Life Rank|Life]] but '''''not''''' [[Eagle]].

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;[[image: Life_icon19.jpg]] [[Leave No Trace Trainer]]

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:The Team Bugler should be able to make appropriate bugle calls, as requested, at team activities. (Appointed by the [[Captain|Varsity Team Captain]]). Serving as Bugler can apply towards positions of responsibility requirements for [[Star Rank|Star]] and [[Life Rank|Life]] but '''''not''''' [[Eagle]].

:The Crew Secretary serves as the record-keeping youth leader of the crew, he or she is elected by the youth members, and is responsible for attendance records, written correspondence, records, and minutes showing decisions, plans and publicity.

:The Crew Treasurer serves as the youth financial officer of the crew, he or she is elected by the youth members, and is responsible for keeping accurate records of the income and expenditures of the crew's funds.

:The Crew Quartermaster keeps track of crew equipment and sees that it is in good working order. He or she issues equipment and makes sure it is returned in good condition. (Appointed by the [[Crew President]])

:The Crew Historian collects and preserves memorabilia, press releases, photo, and and other data of historical significance to the crew. (Appointed by the [[Crew President]])

'''Other crew leadership positions'''

'''Other crew leadership positions'''

;[[image: Venturining_silver_icon20.jpg]]Activity Chair

;[[image: Venturining_silver_icon20.jpg]]Activity Chair

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:Activity Chairs are appointed by the Crew President for special projects in the six Venturing experience areas: Social, service, fitness, outdoor, leadership, and citizenship. (Appointed by the [[Crew President]])

;[[Musician]]

;[[Musician]]

:Boy Scouts or Venturers who are members of bands, drill teams, or drum and bugle corps affiliated with a unit or a local council may also wear the musician badge special insignia.

:Boy Scouts or Venturers who are members of bands, drill teams, or drum and bugle corps affiliated with a unit or a local council may also wear the musician badge special insignia.

:To qualify as a Crew Den Chief, the Venturer must have achieved at least [[First Class]] rank as a Boy Scout or Varsity Scout. The den chief works with the [[Cub Scouting|Cub Scouts]], [[Webelos Scout]]s, and [[Cub Scout Den Leader |den leaders]] in the Cub Scout [[Pack|pack]]. Helps Cub Scouts advance through Cub Scout ranks and encourages Cub Scouts to join a Boy Scout troop upon graduation.

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==Sea Scout ship==

==Sea Scout ship==

'''Petty Officers'''

'''Petty Officers'''

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:The Boatswain is the youth head of the Sea Scout ship.

:The Boatswain is the youth head of the Sea Scout ship.

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;[[image: Eagle_icon19.jpg]] [[Boatswain's Mate]]

:The Boatswain's Mate is the second highest-ranking youth leader of the Sea Scout ship.

:The Boatswain's Mate is the second highest-ranking youth leader of the Sea Scout ship.

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:The Assistant Crew Leader is an assistant of the sub-group leader in a Sea Scout ship.

:The Assistant Crew Leader is an assistant of the sub-group leader in a Sea Scout ship.

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:The Yeoman is the record-keeping youth leader of the Sea Scout ship.

:The Yeoman is the record-keeping youth leader of the Sea Scout ship.

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:The Purser is the youth financial officer of the Sea Scout ship.

:The Purser is the youth financial officer of the Sea Scout ship.

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:The Storekeeper is the youth equipment manager of the Sea Scout ship.

:The Storekeeper is the youth equipment manager of the Sea Scout ship.

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:The Specialist is the youth instruction leader of the Sea Scout ship.

:The Specialist is the youth instruction leader of the Sea Scout ship.

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:A Bugler is a youth musician leader in a Sea Scout ship.

:A Bugler is a youth musician leader in a Sea Scout ship.

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'''Post Officers'''

'''Post Officers'''

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:The Post President is the youth head of the [[Exploring]] post. He or she delegates specific responsibilities to other officers and participants, and encourages and follows up to be sure that their jobs have been carried out.

Current revision

In order to advance to the rank of Star, Life, and Eagle Scout, you must hold one of the following leadership positions for a certain amount of time. For Star, you must hold one of these positions for 4 months or more and for Life and Eagle you must hold them for 6 months or more.

Cub Scout/Webelos den

The Assistant Denner helps the Denner at den meetings and fills in for the Denner when the Denner is not available. The Den Leader may establish a practice of the Assistant Denner becoming the Denner in the next term.

Boy Scout troop

The senior patrol leader (SPL) is elected by the Scouts to represent them as the top youth leader in the troop. He runs all troop meetings, events, activities, the annual program planning conference, and the patrol leaders' council meeting. He appoints other troop youth leaders with the advice and counsel of the Scoutmaster.

The assistant senior patrol leader (ASPL) is the second highest-ranking youth leader in the troop. He is appointed by the senior patrol leader with the approval of the Scoutmaster. The assistant senior patrol leader acts as the senior patrol leader in the absence of the senior patrol leader or when called upon. He also provides leadership to other youth leaders in the troop.

The patrol leader is the elected leader by his Venture patrol. He represents his patrol on the patrol leaders’ council and appoints the assistant patrol leader. He is lead by the Assistant Scoutmaster - Venture under the direction of the Scoutmaster. Serving as Venture Patrol Leader can apply towards Positions of Responsibility requirements for Star and Life but notEagle.

The assistant patrol leader is appointed by the patrol leader and leads the patrol in his absence. He represents his patrol at patrol leaders’ council meetings when the patrol leader cannot attend. The assistant patrol leader position does not count towards leadership requirements for Star, Life, or Eagle.

The quartermaster keeps track of troop equipment and sees that it is in good working order. He keeps records on patrol and troop equipment, makes sure equipment is in good working condition, and issues equipment and makes sure it is returned in good condition. (Appointed by the SPL) Serving as Quartermaster can apply towards Positions of Responsibility requirements for Eagle in a Boy Scout Troop or a Varsity Scout Team, but in a Venturing Crew Ship it only counts for Star and Life.

The historian preserves troop photographs, news stories, trophies, flags, scrapbooks, awards, and other memorabilia. (Appointed by the SPL) Serving as Historian can apply towards Positions of Responsibility requirements for Eagle in a Boy Scout Troop, but in a Varsity Scout Team or a Venturing Crew Ship it only counts for Star and Life.

The Order of the Arrow Representative is a youth liaison serving between the local Order of the Arrow (OA) lodge or chapter and his troop. In his unit, he helps meet the needs of the unit and will serve as a communication and programmatic link to and from Arrowmen, adult leaders and Scouts who are not presently members of the Order. (Appointed by the SPL)

The Bugler should be able to make appropriate bugle calls, as requested, at troop activities. (Appointed by the SPL) Serving as Bugler can apply towards Positions of Responsibility requirements for Star and Life but notEagle.

Varsity Scout team

The Varsity Team Captain is elected by the Varsity Scouts to represent them as the top youth leader in the team. He presides over all team meetings, events, activities, the annual program planning clinic, and the team leadership meeting. He coordinates activities of the program managers and sets requirements and awards all Varsity Scout Activity Pins. With the exception of Cocaptains and Squad Leaders, he appoints all youth leaders with the approval of the Team Coach.

The Varsity Team Cocaptain is the second highest-ranking youth leader in the team. At the discretion of the Team Coach, one or more cocaptains are either appointed by the coach or elected by the youth team members. He stands in place of the captain during the absence or when called upon, and can function as a Program Manager for any field of emphasis.

The Team Secretary keeps the team records. He records the activities of the team leadership meeting and keeps a record of dues, advancement, religious award progress, and Varsity Scout attendance at team meetings. He conducts all boards of review for team members' advancement except Eagle. (Appointed by the Varsity Team Captain)

The squad leader is the elected leader of his squad. He represents the squad and is a voting member of the Team Leadership council meetings. At team leadership meetings, he presents potential activities of the program managers in his squad; conducts practice sessions planned by program managers within his squad.

The quartermaster keeps track of team equipment and sees that it is in good working order. He keeps records on squad and team equipment, makes sure equipment is in good working condition, and issues equipment and makes sure it is returned in good condition. (Appointed by the Varsity Team Captain)

The Historian preserves team photographs, news stories, trophies, flags, scrapbooks, awards, and other memorabilia. (Appointed by the Varsity Team Captain). Serving as Historian can apply towards positions of responsibility requirements for Eagle effective January 1, 2010.

A Program Manager is an appointed leader of program activities in his team. He works with an adult Program Adviser to plan and perform primary leadership for team practice sessions and events in one of the five fields of emphasis:

The Team Bugler should be able to make appropriate bugle calls, as requested, at team activities. (Appointed by the Varsity Team Captain). Serving as Bugler can apply towards positions of responsibility requirements for Star and Life but notEagle.

The Crew Secretary serves as the record-keeping youth leader of the crew, he or she is elected by the youth members, and is responsible for attendance records, written correspondence, records, and minutes showing decisions, plans and publicity.

The Crew Treasurer serves as the youth financial officer of the crew, he or she is elected by the youth members, and is responsible for keeping accurate records of the income and expenditures of the crew's funds.

The Crew Quartermaster keeps track of crew equipment and sees that it is in good working order. He or she issues equipment and makes sure it is returned in good condition. (Appointed by the Crew President)

The Crew Historian collects and preserves memorabilia, press releases, photo, and and other data of historical significance to the crew. (Appointed by the Crew President)

Other crew leadership positions

Activity Chair

Activity Chairs are appointed by the Crew President for special projects in the six Venturing experience areas: Social, service, fitness, outdoor, leadership, and citizenship. (Appointed by the Crew President)

To qualify as a Crew Den Chief, the Venturer must have achieved at least First Class rank as a Boy Scout or Varsity Scout. The den chief works with the Cub Scouts, Webelos Scouts, and den leaders in the Cub Scout pack. Helps Cub Scouts advance through Cub Scout ranks and encourages Cub Scouts to join a Boy Scout troop upon graduation.

Exploring post

The Post President is the youth head of the Exploring post. He or she delegates specific responsibilities to other officers and participants, and encourages and follows up to be sure that their jobs have been carried out.